Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Drive within in the My Life My Way Team.

Applications are warmly invited from candidates with an interest in supporting and enabling individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, Autism and mental health to live their lives their way and encouraging full involvement in activities within the local communities.

You will create and lead opportunities for people to learn new skills, whilst accessing indoor and outdoor activities of their choosing. You will also be required to network with our community partners and local businesses.

We are looking for 2 x 20 hours posts:

to cover Bridgend & NPT

to cover Merthyr & RCT

Possession of a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential and it is an advantage to be familiar with Microsoft Office

About Drive Ltd

We are a supportive and friendly place to work.

We are passionate about supporting people and offering a high level of care to increase their independence and choices. If you share this passion - we'd love to hear from you!

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship.

You must hold a full UK driving licence and attain business car insurance

Benefits of working for Drive

Permanent contract Competitive salary - we are a real living wage employer 45p mileage allowance Free DBS application Paid initial registration to Social Care Wales Career progression opportunities Free professional training, induction and qualifications Refer a friend reward scheme (100 voucher when referral starts then 200 voucher when referral passes probation) Pension 22 days annual leave + Bank holidays (rising by 1 day per year up to 29 days plus all bank holidays)

You will be required to

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1. Provide access to activities and learning opportunities during the day, evening and weekends. Work with the My Life, My Way team to:

Create and lead in- person and on-line activities.

Organise resources, venues and equipment for specific activities.

Promote Drive and external activities on social media.

Coach people we support to lead activities.

Liaise and work alongside organisations and partners.

Post holder will be allocated main area/s of work, but will be required on occasion to cover other areas.

2. Support to individuals

Provide high quality support promoting individual rights, choice and control, personal beliefs, and identity.

Provide practical and emotional support to enable people to enjoy a range of hobbies and activities, including volunteering or employment.

Promote communication skills and relationship building - supporting the individual to understand the world around them and promoting positive relationships.
Provide emotional supportto individuals in a sensitive manner with empathy and using active listening, offering advice and guidance enabling individuals to make informed decisions and exercise their rights.

Encourage and empower individuals to express their opinions and share their views in all aspects of decision-making.

Promote equality for all individuals through anti-discriminatory practice.

Ensure the health, safety and security of supported people, staff, visitors and the environment.

Act as an appropriate role model, when supporting individuals. Dress and act appropriately to participate in each daily activity.

Effectively communicate with families, staff and relevant services to maintain a high standard of support and provision of a quality service.

Provide individual's with effective information so they can make informed decisions and exercise their rights.

3. Personal Development

Complete the All-Wales Induction Framework and QCF Level II/Level III award in Health and Social Care.

Register and maintain registration with Social Care Wales.

Participate and contribute to 1:1 supervision and appraisal sessions as agreed with Line Manager.

Attend and actively participate in mandatory and relevant training events and keep accurate records of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

Maintain accurate records of hours worked and the completion of timesheets.

Participate and contribute to relevant team and organisational meetings.

4. Administrative Responsibilities

Maintain accurate records of support e.g. activity completed, outcome for individual supported, financial transactions etc

4. Organisational Responsibilities

Ensure work practice is in line with Drive Policies and Procedures and industry standards.

Ensure decisions made under the Mental Capacity Act or Best Interest decisions are maintained and represent the least restrictive practice.

Ensure IT skills are sufficiently up-to-date to be able to utilise required IT systems.

This post is subject to satisfactory references , enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), P.O.V.A check, health declaration and legality to work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.60-12.78 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Employee discount Free parking Sick pay
Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Application question(s):

Due to legislation, we can only employ people from 18 years of age. Can you confirm that you are over the age of 18?
Licence/Certification:

Manual Driving Licence (UK only) and access to vehicle (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SWBDG